In April 1942 Japan wanted to expand their defensive lines so they went east towards the island of Midway (1000 miles from Hawaii)‚ they sent most of the imperial fleet to battle. That fleet was composed of four aircraft carriers‚ two battleships‚ thirteen cruisers‚ assorted submarines‚ transports and mine sweepers. "The Battle of Midway‚ 1942" EyeWitness to History‚ www.eyewitnesstohistory.com (2001). After that‚ an event known as the “Allied Code-Breaking” took place ‚ Admiral Nimitz of the allied
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Although though the Civil War had started at Fort Sumter on April 12‚ 1861. It had really started at the battle of Bull Run. The Battle of Bull Run was fought in Virginia just a few miles from Washington D.C.‚ on July 21‚ 1861. The commander of the Union was General George McDowell‚ and for the Confederates General Joseph E. Johnston. The Union had a goal to accomplish‚ they wanted to open up a path to Richmond‚ the Confederate capital‚ and end the war quickly. The Union had 28‚450 men while the
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In the book Bud not Buddy‚ we follow the story of a ten year old boy. He faces many challenges throughout his life‚ from losing his mom to becoming homeless. He has changed in many different ways. One way Bud transforms is that he trusts people more‚ especially adults‚ and that he doesn’t lie anymore. In the beginning of the book Bud was with the Amoses who were rude to him. He didn’t trust them with his suitcase. In chapter 2 page 14 it says “They’d promised they’d keep it safe and not look at
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“don’t touch the creatures‚” but others say‚ “unicorns love to be pet.” You have to read the signs‚ because you have no idea what could happen. Second‚ the buddy system. Everyone‚ choose a buddy‚ and lock arms.” Zookeeper Rodger pauses and I look to Violet. She smiles‚ nods‚ and we lock arms. “Okay‚ that’s good. Now‚ never leave your buddy. Ever. Our last and final rule is………… HAVE FUN! We want you to have as much fun as possible.” Everyone cheers‚ and we’re on our way down the main path. We first
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(176). This is important because ponyboy and his friends are like family‚ and have to stick together. This is also important because it shows the value of their friendship and the importance of them being together. "Johnny was something more than a buddy to all of us. I guess he had listened to more beefs and more problems from more people than any of us. A guy that’ll really listen to you‚ listen and care about what you’re saying‚
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happened if William the Conqueror has lost the in The Battle of Hastings against Harold Godwinson II? To begin with‚ lots of events may have not occurred or happened in history. Any event that is significant in history has a huge impact on outcomes later made. In this instance‚ if Harold Godwinson had won the the Battle of Hastings he would have stayed in power and William the Conqueror would not take over the throne. Description of the Event The Battle only began based on a promise not kept by Edward
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William won the Battle of Hastings? The Battle of Hastings was a battle between William of Normandy and Harold Godwinson‚ it was a fight for the throne after Edward the Confessor died‚ leaving no heirs to the throne. In 1066‚ Harold Hardrada‚ William of Normandy and Harold Godwinson had all claimed that they were the next king so the battle began. Once Harold Hardrada had lost at The Battle of Stamford Bridge‚ William and Harold were left for the throne. This was when the Battle of Hastings took
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Introduction James Marshall Hendrix aka Jimi Hendrix‚ was a guitarist‚ singer‚ and songwriter. Jimi Hendrix delighted audiences in the 1960s with his outrageous electric guitar playing skills and his experimental sound. He was widely recognized as one of the most creative and musical talented musicians in the early 20th century. Hendrix was a pioneer genius who exploded many possibilities of the electric guitar. Hendrix’s style of combining fuzz‚ feedback‚ and controlled distortion created a new
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The Battle of Hastings At the beginning of 1066‚ King Edward the Confessor ruled England. He had no children so there was uncertainty on who would rule next. There were three men who wished to be king. They were William‚ Duke of Normandy; Harold Godwineson‚ Earl of Wessex‚ and Harald Hardraada‚ King of Norway. On January 6th‚ 1066‚ the day after Edward died‚ Harold Godwineson was crowned king. William saw this as a declaration of war‚ and said he would kill Harold. He immediately made plans
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McLean wanted to say‚ but in his own special way. If one was to look at each lyrics one by one‚ they will be able to find out the big picture of the whole song. It tells a story of Mclean’s favorite performers‚ Buddy HOlly. American Pie was rumoured to be the name of the plane that BUddy Holly died in. In the beginning of the song‚ he starts out saying‚ "A long‚ long time ago‚ I can still remember how that music made me smile. ANd i knew if I had a chance‚ that i could make those people dance
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